Cilantro Lime Slaw

I love Mexican food - the flavors, the spice, and the ease of preparation. While traditional Mexican food can be complex and take hours to prepare, most of it can be simplified for an easy week-day dinner. One of my favorite Latin side dishes is Cilantro Lime Slaw, which I discovered through a friend who was born in Latin America. This dish is exceedingly versatile and can be personalized to your own tastes. Online there are many similar recipes, but I love this one for its simplicity and versatility. It can be used as a topping on almost any Mexican dish, but can also be eaten as a side. All ingredients should be adjusted to taste - the amounts below are only vague recommendations.


Cilantro Lime Slaw
1 small head of cabbage, cored and sliced thinly
1 bunch of cilantro, roughly chopped
1 jalapeño, minced
1-3 limes, juiced
2 teaspoons vegetable oil (optional)
Salt & Pepper

Layer all the ingredients in a large bowl and toss together. The oil is optional, but helps bring the flavors together.

May be served immediately, but is better after an hour or so in the refrigerator. Adjust salt and lime juice just before serving. Top tacos, quesadillas, nachos, or whatever else you can imagine up with the slaw or serve it as a salad.

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